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Easy High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Orzo for Weeknight Wins

Easy High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Orzo for Weeknight Wins
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Easy High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Orzo is a vibrant and satisfying meal that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your dinner table. This one-pan dish features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings alike. In just 15 minutes of prep time and a short cooking period, you can enjoy a wholesome dinner that is not only delicious but also packed with protein to keep you energized. With its colorful ingredients and easy cleanup, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo (or small pasta like farro or quinoa)
  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

Instructions

  1. Gather and prep all ingredients: chop onion, mince garlic, halve tomatoes, slice olives, crumble feta, and chop parsley.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add cherry tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach wilts.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet. Stir in orzo, kalamata olives, oregano, basil, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Stir in crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

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